Holiday Star Sun Catcher

Jennifer Ormiston shares her glass-etching process for her star sun catcher.

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Steps 12-16
12. Pick five points for the star—three patterns and two clear points.

13. Cut a two-yard piece of copper wire.

14. Hold the points in one hand and arrange them in the shape of a star, alternating the patterned and clear glass pieces.

15. Place the piece of wire on top of star and hold it in place with your thumb. The wire should be placed diagonally across the star with a 12-inch tail extending outward.

16. Pull the wire between two points, behind and back to the front on the opposite side.

  • Then pull wire down between the next two points, behind and back to the front.
  • Move the star around until there is wire between all five points.
  • The wire forms a star in the middle of the glass points.
  • Keep the wire tight so glass stays secure.